90+ Desserts That Start With F

January 30, 2026

If you can only name a few desserts that start with F, well, you are in luck because in this article, we have featured the tastiest F desserts! Some are classic treats, while others are delicious specialties from other countries. So, if you are ready to expand your dessert vocabulary and knowledge, read on.

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Fudge

Starting off our list is the rich and decadent fudge. And yes, it looks like brownies, but fudge is entirely different. How? Well, fudge doesn’t use flour.

To make fudge, you must cook sugar, milk, and butter at a specific temperature. Once heated, beat the mixture until it cools, and you’ll see its signature creamy texture emerge.

Funnel Cake

If you’ve ever been to an amusement park, you may have noticed a treat that resembles a flatbread gone wrong. Instead of smooth or round, it’s a jumble of deep-fried squiggly lines and uneven twists. Well, that’s what you call a funnel cake! And yes, you will need to use a funnel to achieve the odd look of this deep-fried dessert.

The good news? It’s easy to make, and the ingredients are simple:

Flour
Egg
Vanilla extract
Salt
Baking powder
Powdered sugar

Then, put the mixture into a funnel (a squeeze bottle works, too) and squeeze the batter into hot oil (make quick circles!). After frying, you can dust with powdered sugar.

What does it taste like, you ask? Well, a funnel cake is light, sweet, and, of course, crispy.

Flan

If you prefer a rich, creamy, and sweet dessert, you should try flan. This dessert’s custard base is a mix of eggs, milk, sugar, and vanilla. And, of course, it also has a sweet caramel sauce on top.

Fried Oreos

Another tasty amusement park treat is fried Oreos. And yes, it is just Oreos covered in batter and then deep-fried. If you already made this treat at home, but the filling melted, freeze the Oreos first for at least 60 minutes or 1 hour.

Fun Fact: Charlie Boghosian introduced this treat at the 2001 L.A. County Fair

Fak Thong Kaeng Buat

If you enjoy lightly fruity desserts, Fak Thong Kaeng Buat is the one for you. This Thai favorite is made by simmering pumpkin in coconut milk with palm sugar and pandan. The result? A delicious treat with a soft texture and subtle sweetness. The dessert is simple to prepare and is often served warm or at room temperature.

French Apple Custard Cake

The French apple custard cake, unlike other apple pies, emphasizes the fruit and mild sweetness over strong spices. Plus, it is light and has a creamy texture.

Funfetti Cake

Funfetti cake (also known as confetti cake or sprinkle cake) has a distinct feature —rainbow sprinkles! And no, the sprinkles are not just used as a topping! They are actually mixed right in the batter.

Fun Fact: Pillsy introduced the trademarked Funfetti mix in 1989.

Fruitcake

Fruitcake is a staple during the holidays, but did you know that this dessert can be traced back to ancient Rome? Early recipes used grains and fruit. Eventually, rum and brandy were added to enhance flavor and prolong shelf life.

French Apple Tart

What makes French apple tart different from regular apple tarts? Well, you get extra-thin spliced apples over a crisp pastry crust! Also called tarte aux pommes, this delectable dessert’s buttery base highlights the natural apple flavor, but some bakers coat a thin glaze on the top to add sweetness and sheen.

Fudge Brownies

Fudge brownies are a richer, smoother, gooier, and more moist version of a cake brownie. How? Well, it’s simple; fudge brownies use more butter and chocolate (on top of the cocoa powder), and have less flour. In some recipes, baking powder is even skipped.

Fried Bananas With Ice Cream

Got some ripe bananas? You can try this sweet dessert. The bananas are lightly battered or pan-fried in butter, with sugar and a dash of cinnamon, until golden. Of course, don’t forget to put ice cream on top.

French Macarons

Ever wondered what the name of those colorful sandwich cookies is? They are called French macarons! This sweet treat is essentially two meringues with a buttercream in the middle. And, yes, they are a bit complicated to make at home and would require practice because they are overly sensitive to moisture.